About Wairakite
A calcium-rich zeolite, an analogue of analcime, typically colorless or white. It shares zeolite properties of purification and mental clarity.
Primary Hues
Colorless, White, Greyish, often forms pseudocubic (trapezohedral) crystals
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of purification and mental clarity. Believed to aid in releasing negative patterns and promoting a calm mind, similar to other zeolites.
Associated Tarot Cards
Temperance
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents balance- purification- and gentle energy flow- aligning with this zeolite.
The Star
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes hope- clarity- and emotional healing- resonating with Wairakite.
Associated Deities
Kuan Yin
Pantheon: Buddhist
Domain: Compassion- Purity- Healing
Rationale: Her gentle- purifying energy aligns with this zeolite.
Iris
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Rainbow- Messenger- Balance
Rationale: Iris as a messenger who brings balance connects to this stone.
Metaphysical Uses
Emotional Balance Meditation
Clearing Stagnant Energy
Promoting Harmony
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Geological & Scientific Details
Wairakite is classified as a tectosilicate minerals, zeolite group mineral which typically crystallizes in the monoclinic system. Its chemical formula is Ca8(Al16Si32O96)•16H2O.
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Tectosilicate minerals, zeolite group
- Chemical Formula: Ca8(Al16Si32O96)•16H2O
- IMA Symbol: Wrk[1]
- Crystal System: Monoclinic
- Predominant Geological Color: colorless to white
- Luster: vitreous, dull
- Streak: white
- Diaphaneity: transparent, translucent
Associated Minerals
- Zeolite Group (Analcime - forms series with, Laumontite, Heulandite, Stilbite)
- Calcite
- Quartz (found in geothermal areas and hydrothermally altered volcanic rocks)